Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Pontypridd
Take a train from Gloucester to Pontypridd and enjoy the approximately 81 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 23:05.
Distance 81 km |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Gloucester to Pontypridd trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Gloucester and Pontypridd. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Gloucester to Pontypridd train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester to Pontypridd by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pontypridd, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Pontypridd
Most Gloucester to Pontypridd trains use the Gloucester to Pontypridd station pair. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Pontypridd train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Pontypridd leave from?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Pontypridd station do trains from Gloucester arrive at?
Getting to Pontypridd from Pontypridd city centre
Pontypridd train station facilities and services
Pontypridd has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontypridd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pontypridd. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontypridd: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontypridd: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontypridd: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access from Broadway to Platform 1 and 2 (to Cardiff) via a lift. Step free access to Platform 3 (to Treherbert, Merthyr and Aberdare) via a moderately steep ramp from High Street. Access between Platforms 1, 2 and 3 is via a footbridge with lifts, Accessible public telephones: On platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
